Key West Grilled Chicken with Tropical Citrus Marinade
Zesty grilled chicken marinated in fresh lime, orange, and pineapple juices with honey and ginger. A tropical twist on classic grilling, perfect for summer barbecues or light meals.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: quick
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American (Cuban-inspired)
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
1/4 cup fresh orange juice (about 1 1/2 oranges)
1/4 cup pineapple juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the marinade by whisking together lime juice, orange juice, pineapple juice, olive oil, honey, garlic, ginger, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
Place chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (ideally overnight).
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and juices run clear.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.
Notes
Pineapple juice can be substitute with a blend of apple cider vinegar and orange juice for a non-tropical option.
Serve with grilled mango, tropical fruit salsa, or coconut rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 110mg